Emergency Cerclage

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Rwolly wrote:

So I went in for my 16 week appointment today to have my cervix measured. I have a condition that effects my connective tissues so they wanted to watch things closely. I'm glad they did but sorta freaking out. My cervix was between 1.4 and 1.6. My doctor has scheduled me for a cerclage on Monday morning and I'm supposed to lay low for the weekend. Are there any Mom's out there who have been through this? I'm 16+4 today. He said with how things looked I wouldn't have made it past 20. I'm really worried about doing into labor just from the procedure, or from it failing and my water breaking early while I'm still stitched. Any experience would be appreciated. I also have no idea what to expect afterwards. I can't take anti inflammatory medications so I'm worried about the pain.

I’m so sorry you’re going through this love! I had a friend that went through the same thing and her baby is now a beautiful healthy 3 year old. You are are in my thoughts and prayers and I’m wishing nothing but the best for you and your family! ❤️

if you search Cerclage in the discussion forums, you will find lots of discussions. Many of which have very positive outcomes.

I would suggest you lay very very low over the weekend!

I found out my cervix measured 1.4 after having some bleeding and cramping and I went to the ER. I was told the same thing about the 20 week mark. The doctors wouldn’t do an emergency cerclage because they couldn’t rule out that my body was trying to miscarry (this was at 14 weeks) because of my associated symptoms.

I can’t carry pass 20 weeks without going into labor. So I had a cerclage done last week and they’re giving me progesterone shots. I have a 14 month old daughter and had a cerclage with her too. You will be fine. There a little cramping after the surgery but goes away within 2-3 days. My doctor said the cerclage have a 90% success rate.

definitely search for the cerclage mommy group. I had an emergent cerclage placed with my daughter, and a preventive placed just last week with this pregnancy. I have no doubt in my mind that the cerclage saved my daughter's life.

I've had cerclage with both pregnancies (currently 18w4d). The procedure is not a big deal. you may feel a little uncomfortable for a day and may have a little bit of spotting but just take it easy for two or three days. Rather this than losing Baby at 20 weeks.